Overview
What is more common is a sore or an inflamed gum. So then, what does it mean when you find a hole in your gums?
A “hole” in the gums is when there’s an area around the gum that has become pocketed, cratered, or indented compared with the surrounding tissue. There are several things that can result in this. The most common cause is gum disease.
Keep reading as we discuss more on the potential causes, how they’re treated, and the steps you can take to prevent holes in the gum.
Potential causes hole in the gums or gum line?
Let’s take a look at the things that can cause holes to form in the gums. For each cause, we will explain what it is, what the hole in the gum may look like, and related symptoms to look out for.